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Parker’s positive cocaine test caused by nutritionist, doping body says
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Parker’s positive cocaine test caused by nutritionist, doping body says

Professional boxer Joseph Parker, a former world heavyweight champion, tested positive for cocaine following a fight against Fabio Wardley in October 2025. The British Anti-Doping Agency (UKAD) determined that the positive test resulted from exposure to cocaine used by Parker's nutritionist, who admitted to being a regular user. Despite the positive test, UKAD concluded that the cocaine use occurred outside of competition and thus did not relate to sports performance, allowing Parker to return to competition after a three-month ban. Parker, who has consistently denied knowingly using banned substances, remains undefeated in 36 fights with four losses. His loss to Wardley ended his status as a WBO mandatory challenger.

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Parker’s positive cocaine test caused by nutritionist, doping body says

Professional boxer Joseph Parker, a former world heavyweight champion, tested positive for cocaine following a fight against Fabio Wardley in October 2025. The British Anti-Doping Agency (UKAD) determined that the positive test resulted from exposure to cocaine used by Parker's nutritionist, who admitted to being a regular user. Despite the positive test, UKAD concluded that the cocaine use occurred outside of competition and thus did not relate to sports performance, allowing Parker to return to competition after a three-month ban. Parker, who has consistently denied knowingly using banned substances, remains undefeated in 36 fights with four losses. His loss to Wardley ended his status as a WBO mandatory challenger.

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